Question:

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
1. All herbs are plants.
2. Some shrubs are herbs.
3. Some plants are trees.
4. All trees are living beings.

Conclusions:
I. Some living beings are shrubs.
II. Some trees are shrubs.
III. Some living beings are plants.
IV. Some plants are shrubs.

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In logical reasoning, ensure that the conclusions are directly linked to the statements provided. Don't make assumptions beyond the information given.
Updated On: Apr 17, 2025
  • Only conclusions I and III follow
  • Only conclusions II and IV follow
  • Only conclusions III and IV follow
  • Only conclusions I, III and IV follow
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

- From statement 1, we know that all herbs are plants.
- Statement 2 tells us that some shrubs are herbs, which implies that some shrubs are plants.
- Statement 3 indicates that some plants are trees, and statement 4 tells us that all trees are living beings, but it does not give us direct information linking shrubs to trees.
- Therefore, conclusions III and IV follow, but conclusions I and II do not.
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